Comic books in 'Manga', graded by CGC

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuto Suzuki. Translated by Camellia Nieh. In the third stage of the JCC transfer test, the participants are divided into multiple teams for a deadly game of "tail tag." Three applicants, who have skipped the opening stages of the exam because of special endorsements from seasoned assassins, cause a stir with their disturbing styles. Meanwhile, Shin is determined to show Mr. Sakamoto-who just so happens to be an opponent in this round-that he's made progress! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuto Suzuki. Translated by Camellia Nieh. Sakamoto comes running to Shin's aid and clashes violently with Shinaya, who's being controlled by Gaku! Our heroes are striving to get information on X, who continues to operate in the shadows, but nothing has gone as planned during the JCC transfer test. How will it all end?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuto Suzuki. Translated by Camellia Nieh. As Sakamoto and his friends hunt for the database at the JCC, Shin winds up in a serious duel with a teacher who might have information on what they want. Meanwhile, Sakamoto deals with Amane, a boy with a connection to X. Thanks to X's schemes, the JCC faces an unprecedented crisis! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 11 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuto Suzuki. Translated by Camellia Nieh. When X's forces attack the JCC, all hell breaks loose! While Satoda Sensei faces off with Kanaguri to protect the students, Sakamoto and Shin rush to secure Amane's grandfather. But the whole situation gets even more hairy when Club Jam hypnotizes the entire school! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $11.99.

Volume 12 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuto Suzuki. Translated by Camellia Nieh. It's an assassin showdown! Shishiba and Osaragi take on Yotsumura and his geisha on the streets of Kyoto. What happened between Shishiba and Yotsumura in the past to sour their mentor-disciple relationship? Meanwhile, chaos engulfs the JCC as the battle between Sakamoto and Kanaguri comes to a head! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $11.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Sakura Pak is a new manga graphic novel series of original stories about young women. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Sakura Pak is a new anthology graphic novel series of original manga stories geared towards young women. Featuring Babochka by Kelly Gammons. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Sakura Pak is a new manga graphic novel series of original stories about young women. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Sakura Pak is a new manga graphic novel series of original stories about young women. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Io Sakisaka. Translated by Max Greenway. Saku Fujigaya would like to thank the boy who helped her, but all she has is a note signed "Ryosuke Sakura." She discovers that a boy at her high school, Haruki Sakura, has an older brother named Ryosuke. She asks Haruki to deliver her thank-you letter to Ryosuke, but why does he refuse? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Io Sakisaka. Translated by Max Greenway. Saku has her long-awaited meeting with Ryosuke, only to discover he wasn't the person who helped her. Learning that her feelings for him were based on a misunderstanding comes as a shock. Saku finds herself drawn to Haruki, who has been supporting her all along, but how can she take the next step when she isn't even sure what love is anymore? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.

Volume 1 - 1st Printing.

Story and art by Akinosora. Translated by Minna Lin.

Mako cant figure out whats up with Sakurai. Shes always talking to him, asking weird questions, and getting REALLY close! Doesnt she think hes going to get the wrong idea? Or could it be that…she likes him? No way! But…maybe?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 178 pages, B&W. Older Teen 15+

Cover price $13.99.

Volume 2 - 1st Printing.

Story and art by Akinosora. Translated by Minna Lin.

Mako still cant figure out whats up with Sakurai. When theyre alone together, she seems so happy, and shes always teasing–and getting right up into his personal space! But lately, shes blushing about it even more than he is. Could it be that shes not just teasing? Does she really…like him?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 162 pages, B&W. Older Teen 15+

Cover price $13.99.

Volume 3 - 1st Printing.

Story and art by Akinosora.

Mako and Sakurai have been spending a lot of time together after school, and even ended up alone together in her room! Mako thinks shes behaving a little differently than usual…during a moment of silence, she stares right into his eyes. What could this possibly mean?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 162 pages, B&W. Older Teen 15+

Cover price $13.99.

Volume 4 - 1st Printing. Story and art by Akinosora. Translated by Minna Lin. What could be behind all of Sakurais mannerisms, facial expressions, and behaviors? Is it possible that Mako has finally caught on to what they mean? He thinks so, and hes ready to quit playing defense in the game of love! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 162 pages, B&W. Older Teen 15+ Cover price $13.99.

"Prospect" by Shepherd Hendrix, "Senshi" by Edward Luena, "Bounty Hunter Blues" by Greg Espinoza. Cover by Shepherd Hendrix. 40 pgs. B&W with color cover. Squarebound.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written and illustrated by Masaru Gotsubo. In a world full of evil, a hardworking waitress, an arrogant mercenary and a mysterious samurai meet. Through a series of misunderstandings, Fuu, Mugen and Jin find themselves running from officials and wanted by the law. Together they form an uneasy alliance to search for the enigmatic Sunflower Samurai. Along the way they come across misleading characters, ninjas, assassins and a prince in disguise. Their journey proves to be nothing less than a roller coaster ride of battles, danger, desperation and companionship. Softcover, 5-in x 7.5-in, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd or later printings. Written and illustrated by Masaru Gotsubo. In a world full of evil, a hardworking waitress, an arrogant mercenary and a mysterious samurai meet. Through a series of misunderstandings, Fuu, Mugen and Jin find themselves running from officials and wanted by the law. Together they form an uneasy alliance to search for the enigmatic Sunflower Samurai. Along the way they come across misleading characters, ninjas, assassins and a prince in disguise. Their journey proves to be nothing less than a roller coaster ride of battles, danger, desperation and companionship. Softcover, 5-in x 7.5-in, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written and illustrated by Masaru Gotsubo. When a mysterious figure begins killing samurai after samurai, Mugen and Jin volunteer to take care of this killer. They discover that the samurai killer is on a mission to collect one thousand swords, thus achieving an elite samurai status. Is this vicious killer a link to the Sunflower Samurai? Softcover, 5-in x 7.5-in, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 2nd or later printings. Written and illustrated by Masaru Gotsubo. When a mysterious figure begins killing samurai after samurai, Mugen and Jin volunteer to take care of this killer. They discover that the samurai killer is on a mission to collect one thousand swords, thus achieving an elite samurai status. Is this vicious killer a link to the Sunflower Samurai? Softcover, 5-in x 7.5-in, 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Based on the GN by Masaru Gotsubo. This graphic novel uses still0cells fromt he animated movie. In a world full of evil, a hardworking waitress, an arrogant mercenary and a mysterious samurai meet. Through a series of misunderstandings, Fuu, Mugen and Jin find themselves running from officials and wanted by the law. Together they form an uneasy alliance to search for the enigmatic Sunflower Samurai. Along the way they come across misleading characters, ninjas, assassins and a prince in disguise. Their journey proves to be nothing less than a roller coaster ride of battles, danger, desperation and companionship. Softcover, 5-in x 7 1/2-in, 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $10.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Based on the Original Concept by Ryo Hanmura. Written by Harutoshi Fukui. Art by Ark Performance.

A new CMX series based on a Japanese novel that was made into two films!

A military test accidentally sends a modern-day army back in time to feudal Japan. When their actions in the past begin to have an effect on the present, another unit is dispatched to retrieve them. But the commander of the lost unit has other plans: He wants to use his advanced technology to conquer Japan and change his country's destiny.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Rated T+

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Based on the Original Concept by Ryo Hanmura. Written by Harutoshi Fukui. Art by Ark Performance.

In the conclusion of this two-part story, time is running out for Kashima to thwart the potential plans of his former leader - the megalomaniacal Colonel Matoba - to conquer Japan. The doorway to the present is about to close, leaving Kashima stuck in the past and the history of the world permanently altered.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Rated T+

Cover price $9.99.

Collects Samurai #s 1-4 by Aircel & Samurai # 1 by Nightwynd. By Barry Blair, Bruce Blair, Patrick McEown, & Guang Yap. Cover by Barry Blair & Dale Keown. Cover price $4.95.

Collects Samurai #s 4-8 by Aircel & Samurai # 2 & 3 by Nightwynd. By Barry Blair, Bruce Blair, Patrick McEown, Tim McEoewn, Eiwin Mark, Ken Campbell & Guang Yap. Cover by Barry Blair. Cover price $4.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. 1604 A.D. Four years after a devastating civil war, Yuya Shiina earns a living by hunting outlaws. When she captures Mibu Kyoshiro for a small bounty, she has no idea about the dark secret he carries within. Kyoshiro shares his body with the spirit of Onime-no-Kyo, a legendary assassin who has killed a thousand men. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. 1604 A.D. Four years after a devastating civil war, Yuya Shiina earns a living by hunting outlaws. When she captures Mibu Kyoshiro for a small bounty, she has no idea about the dark secret he carries within. Kyoshiro shares his body with the spirit of Onime-no-Kyo, a legendary assassin who has killed a thousand men. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Yuya discovers that the man before her is no longer Kyoshiro, but Onime-no-Kyo. Kyo defeats the Bantouji brothers easily and viciously, and turns to face the last person alive: Yuya. Kyo spares her, promising to watch as she hunts for her brother's killer and to kill her if she fails. Once he puts his sword away, Kyo is gone and the spirit of Kyoshiro returns to his body. Kyoshiro leaves the town before the spirit of Kyo can harm his friends, but Yuya insists on traveling with him since there is a huge bounty on Kyo. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Yuya discovers that the man before her is no longer Kyoshiro, but Onime-no-Kyo. Kyo defeats the Bantouji brothers easily and viciously, and turns to face the last person alive: Yuya. Kyo spares her, promising to watch as she hunts for her brother's killer and to kill her if she fails. Once he puts his sword away, Kyo is gone and the spirit of Kyoshiro returns to his body. Kyoshiro leaves the town before the spirit of Kyo can harm his friends, but Yuya insists on traveling with him since there is a huge bounty on Kyo. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.00.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Okuni Izumono discovers a rebel group's secret hideout and must depend on Kyooshiroo for protection. However, after he runs afoul of the local police, he and his companions are forced to leave town and set up camp in the woods. While Kyooshiroo and Okuni sleep, Yuya sneaks off to find the rebels' hideout and steal their secret loot. But as she leaves, a shadowy group of rebels watch her from the cliff above with ill intent. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Okuni Izumono discovers a rebel group's secret hideout and must depend on Kyooshiroo for protection. However, after he runs afoul of the local police, he and his companions are forced to leave town and set up camp in the woods. While Kyooshiroo and Okuni sleep, Yuya sneaks off to find the rebels' hideout and steal their secret loot. But as she leaves, a shadowy group of rebels watch her from the cliff above with ill intent. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.00.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Ieyasu Tokugawa, recently reinstated shogun of Japan, is holding a tournament in the capital city of Edo, and the fiercest warriors in the country are converging for the fight. The winner walks away with a fortune in gold, the shogun's blessing, and a pardon for any criminal history. As for the losers...well, the shogun isn't one to hand out conolation prizes. Demon Eyes Kyo has entered the tournament, but it's not for fame or fortune he's after - he wants the head of Ieyasu himself! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Promising to reveal the secret location of Kyoâ's body, Yukimura entices Kyo into a "friendly" battle for that information. Upon discovering that Kyoâ's body lies in the depths of a mysterious forest, he and his band prepare to set out. Prior to departure, Akira, a man from Kyoâ's mysterious past confronts the group. As mysteries appear and unravel Yuya becomes one step closer to discovering her brothers killer. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Things are coming to a head as Yuya confronts Kyo about her brother's murder but before she can get an answer, the group falls into the trap set by the 12 God Generals. Forced into a win or die situation, Kyo does his best to defeat his opponent, but after 10 minutes of sustained fighting he is left weak and defenseless. Just as everyone thinks it is all over, Kyo suddenly erupts with newfound energy and Yuya realizes that for that brief instant, Kyoshiro returned to his body with a power unrivaled by anyone she knows. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 6 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Things are coming to a head as Yuya confronts Kyo about her brother's murder but before she can get an answer, the group falls into the trap set by the 12 God Generals. Forced into a win or die situation, Kyo does his best to defeat his opponent, but after 10 minutes of sustained fighting he is left weak and defenseless. Just as everyone thinks it is all over, Kyo suddenly erupts with newfound energy and Yuya realizes that for that brief instant, Kyoshiro returned to his body with a power unrivaled by anyone she knows. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. A showdown of epic propoortions is about to take place as Sasuke realizes that he and Kyo share more than the murderous intent in their eyes! They both two wield the same Muramasa sword that was rumored to have slain thousands of men. As their duel heats up, a ferocious foe from Kyo's past appears and adds fuel to the fire. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 7 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. A showdown of epic propoortions is about to take place as Sasuke realizes that he and Kyo share more than the murderous intent in their eyes! They both two wield the same Muramasa sword that was rumored to have slain thousands of men. As their duel heats up, a ferocious foe from Kyo's past appears and adds fuel to the fire. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. As the trouble continues to take root in the Sea of Trees a mysterious ninja from Sasuke's past sprouts out and literally stops Kyo and the band dead in their tracks with a ninja shadow technique. But nothing can really hold this dynamite group for long and they soon decide to head toward the ominous "Hell's Gate" where Kyo is about to let it all break loose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. As the trouble continues to take root in the Sea of Trees a mysterious ninja from Sasuke's past sprouts out and literally stops Kyo and the band dead in their tracks with a ninja shadow technique. But nothing can really hold this dynamite group for long and they soon decide to head toward the ominous "Hell's Gate" where Kyo is about to let it all break loose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Oda Nobunaga has a grudge against Kyo that has lasted for ages. Now, Oda has a great and deadly power which makes him seem invincible. Meanwhile, Akira has led the others to find the true body of Demon Eyes Kyo ... but will he betray them all? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Kyoshiro is back! But Demon Eyes Kyo isn't prepared to give up control of Kyoshiro while Nobunaga lives. At long last, the secrets of the Mibu Clan are revealed! Akira, the blind swordsman has returned as well with earth-shaking claims--he has taken Kyo's body...and Yuya's life! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 11 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Bontenmaru has joined the Shiseiten! He joined the dark side because they were far stronger than any troupes he had ever led. Now he is extending Kyo an offer to join his side. Regardless of Kyo's decision, he will need to return to his master and the one that forged his sword... the legendary Toushou Muramasa! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 12 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Kyo and Shinrei engage in combat and Shinrei uses his dancing sword technique to land some slices right into Kyo's vulnerable blind spots. Thinking that victory is imminent, Shinrei brings up a chapter from Kyo's past. Kyo desperately tries to shut out the painful childhood memories and uses it to gain the upper hand. Kyo brutally hacks into Shinrei, but this serves to Kyo's disadvantage as Shinrei creates a magic sword out of his own blood! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 13 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. As the blazing battle between Benitora, Sasuke and Jiji Funjin heat up, Bentenmaru and Yuya basically jump out of the frying pan and into the fire... Firefly that is. Yuya and Bentenmaru run into Keikoku the Firefly - an assassin of Mibu and the desperate fight that will determine the fate of two men begins as the Keikoku's mysterious identity is revealed. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 14 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. In the midst of Bontemaru's fight to the death with Mibu assassin Firefly, Goyousei Chinmei suddenly appears. With his sights set on the Mibu headquarters, the time comes when Kyo and Muramasa must part... As the gang begins their hurried journey, Akira appears, carrying the ultimate prize... Kyo's true body! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 15 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Kyo and company finally set foot in the Mibu headquarters! While fighting off Mibu's onslaught of assassins, Bentenmaru and Akira fall into an enemy trap! During the battle Tokito appears, a member of the Taishirou, who knows some surprising news... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 16 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Kyo and Hotaru are locked in a battle to the death at the first "Goyoumon." The two collide in a flame that will burn up both their bodies, and makes the ground tremble! Then Kyo's ultimate technique, "Suzaku," rises up into the sky... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 17 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. At the second "gate", the battle between Akira and Saisei begins! The Blind Genius Akira falls before the might of the beautiful and mysterious Saisei as she reveals her true identity to him. Will Akira survive this confrontation with another timeless samurai master? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 18 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Akiraâ's victory over Saishi is short lived due to his total exhaustion. Now, which door will Akira and crew go through? Meanwhile, Izumo-no-Okuni is looking for the mysterious jewel Kyo is searching for. Chinmei admits to killing Mahiroâ's sister. Mahiro faces off against Chinmei. Chinmei holds Kyo to the ground with his gravity manipulation power. How will Kyo save Mahiro and stop Chinmei? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.